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Priscilla Bruske
Feb 6, 2023
The Chicago arts scene lost a dedicated benefactor with the passing of Priscilla Bruske on February 6th. Priscilla, and husband Ed (Bud) were season ticket holders at the Lyric Opera, Court Theater, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Blackstone theater. They made weekly treks into the city to attend events right up into their 90’s. They also shared their love of...
Susan M. Ohl
Feb 4, 2023
Susan M. Ohl née Hallahan, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Dennis Ohl. Loving mother of the late Taylor, Thomas, and the late Abby Ohl. Caring daughter of Ellen and the late Dennis Hallahan. Dear sister of the late Tim Hallahan, Dennis (Cindy) Hallahan, Patti (Ron) Pillsbury, John (Eva) Hallahan, and Debbie Glowicki. Adored sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and...
Ennis V. Heathcock
Feb 1, 2023
Ennis V. Heathcock, age 89, late of Mokena, IL, passed away February 1, 2023. U.S Army Veteran. Ennis graduated from University of Evansville with a degree in business. He was a founding member of The Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter at University of Evansville. Ennis played baseball professionally for the St. Louis Browns, which later became the Baltimore Orioles. Beloved husband...
Roger G. Semankovich
Jan 30, 2023
Roger G. Semankovich, age 80, late of Frankfort, IL passed away January 30, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Joyce A. Semankovich. Loving son of the late John and Helen Semankovich. Caring brother of Susan (James) Skelley and Carol (David) Mills. Dear uncle of Patrick Mills and Sr. Christina Skelley. Visitation, Monday, 10:00 a.m. until time of Service at 12:00,...
Antoinette Panozzo
Jan 29, 2023
Antoinette Panozzo passed away peacefully at her home on January 29, 2023. She lived a beautiful life journey that unfolded over 102 years. Antoinette was born on November 4, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois where she resided with her Italian immigrant parents the late Emily nee Loico and Massimo Panozzo and 5 siblings; the late Peter (late Gladys) Panozzo, Tranquinio “Chip”...
David J. Rubino
Jan 27, 2023
David J. Rubino, age 71, late of Oak Forest, IL, passed away January 27, 2023. U.S Navy Veteran. David was an ironworker for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Beloved father of David (Kimberly) Rubino and Christie Rubino. Loving grandfather of Alex, Nathan, Luke, and Kaylee. Dear son of the late Lewis and Beverly...
Marian "Pat" Budzyn
Jan 25, 2023
Budzyn, “Pat” Marian Patricia Budzyn (nee Fischer), age 67, resident of Mokena, Illinois, passed away suddenly on January 25th, 2023. Pat is the loving and cherished wife of Joseph E., mother of Tricia M. (Tony) Stier and USAF Lt. Col Joseph A. (Diane) Budzyn, and the grandmother to Sadie M. (7) and Camden A. (4) Stier, and Alexander J. (11),...
Carl C. Kark
Jan 24, 2023
Carl C. Kark, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away January 24, 2023, at his home. He was a U.S Army Veteran, served from 1970 – 1971, and was a lifelong patriot. He was born January 14, 1950, in Chicago, IL. Carl was a forklift driver for Pactiv Evergreen` in Frankfort, IL. His brothers remember him as friendly,...
Patricia A. Keuch
Jan 21, 2023
Patricia A. Keuch nèe Smith, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Warren Mell and the late Harold “Bud” Keuch. Loving mother of Christiane Mell, late Mark, Steven Mell, and Cheri Mell. Proud and caring grandma Kevin (Julie). Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home - Tinley Park. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Edward J. Skuta
Jan 18, 2023
Edward J. Skuta, 95, of Aventura, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2023, to join his beloved wife Jean of 61 years. Born on September 3, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank and Sophie Skuta, Edward spent a part of his young life working on his family’s farm and riding horses bareback with his siblings, Josephine, Joan, and Stanley,...
Joseph R. Milles
Jan 18, 2023
Joseph Milles, 93, passed away on January 18, 2023, Loving husband of the late Ruth Louise Milles. Beloved father of Donna (late Gregory) Berk, Cynthia Hagerman, late Ronna (John) Shanks, Elizabeth (Martin) Mitchell, Lisa (Matthew) Ancona, Mark Milles, Frederick Milles, and grandfather of 15. Caring companion of Constance Mars and dear brother of Nancy Langley. Services will be held on...
Phillip K. Zarobsky
Jan 18, 2023
Phillip Kerry Zarobsky, Sr., 66, passed away on January 18, 2023, in Oak Forest, Illinois. Kerry Zarobsky was born on July 24, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to John Zarobsky and Dorothy Zarobsky. Kerry was an avid golfer, chef, and fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Chicago Bears, and Chicago White Sox. He worked in the dry cleaning industry and owned...
Faye M. Balbinot
Jan 16, 2023
On Monday, January 16, 2023, Faye M. Balbinot, loving mother of eleven children and friend to many, passed away of natural causes at the age of 95. Faye was tenderly surrounded by her family in her passing at her home in Tinley Park, Illinois. Faye was born on June 13, 1927, in Des Moines, Iowa to Nelz and Bessie Christensen,...
Annie L. Rangel
Jan 15, 2023
Annie L. Rangel ‘nee Rives, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of John Rangel. Loving mother of Christopher (Joy) Rangel, and Stefaine Biedenharn. Cherished grandmother of Briana, Bianca (Michael) Pena, James, Sarrah, Jacob, and (6) great-grandchildren. Caring aunt and sister-in-law to many. Funeral Friday, January 20, 2023, 9:30 AM at the Funeral Home to St. George Church,...
Michael Berkery
Jan 12, 2023
Michael Berkery age 65, of Greenwood, IN formerly of New Lenox, Il passed away on January 12, 2023. Beloved husband of his high school sweetheart, Nancy Berkery, nee Williams. Proud Father of Michael (Chelsea) and the Late Patrick & Matthew; proud grandfather of Colton. Caring Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, visiting Disney...
Catherine Kordik
Jan 6, 2023
Catherine Kordik, nee Misun, age 94, late of Frankfort, passed away peacefully on January 6th. Preceded in death by her husband, William R. Kordik Loving mother of Ellen Kordik (Tom Watembach), Billy (Dawn) Kordik and Mike (Tammy) Kordik. Beloved grandmother of Paul, Lauren, Brian (Rosie), Jamie Schultz, Derek (Brandi) Buchmeier, Vera Drew, Christa (Eric) KordikSmith, and great grandmother of Angel,...
Lee Ann Klein
Jan 5, 2023
Lee Ann Klein nee Lyons, age 74, late of Oak Forest, IL, passed away on January 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Thomas Klein for 52 years. Loving mother of Thomas (Joan) Klein and Rebecca (David) Souliotis. Cherished grandmother of Melissa (Sebastian) Johnson, Thomas and Matthew Klein, Breanna, Scarlett, and David Souliotis. Cherished great-grandmother of Tucker...
Bridget J. Dougal
Dec 29, 2022
Bridget J. Dougal (Page) loved God deeply and was called home to him on Thursday, December 29, 2022. She is now serving the Lord as His angel. Bridget suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for over forty years. This disease started to progress rapidly in the last two years with no possible relief. This was very depressing for her, but her faith...
Deacon Robert "Bob" Kaminski
Dec 25, 2022
Deacon Robert (Bob) S. Kaminski, 86, of Mokena Illinois, took flight as an angel in the early morning hours of Christmas day. The past two years he bravely fought against increasingly declining health. He remained positive, optimistic, maintained his sense of humor and struggled without complaint. He continued to inspire all who had the privilege to know him. He believed...
Theresa J. Mackowiak
Dec 21, 2022
Theresa J. Mackowiak, passed away on Wednesday after a brief illness. She was born in Chicago in 1930 and married a Combat Veteran of WWII for 64 years, John. They delivered to America four adult children, Mariellen, Kathy, Bruce and John; there are also six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Mom and Dad's life was another example of the "Greatest Generation."...
Priscilla Bruske
Feb 6, 2023
The Chicago arts scene lost a dedicated benefactor with the passing of Priscilla Bruske on February 6th. Priscilla, and husband Ed (Bud) were season ticket holders at the Lyric Opera, Court Theater, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Blackstone theater. They made weekly treks into the city to attend events right up into their 90’s. They also shared their love of...
Susan M. Ohl
Feb 4, 2023
Susan M. Ohl née Hallahan, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Dennis Ohl. Loving mother of the late Taylor, Thomas, and the late Abby Ohl. Caring daughter of Ellen and the late Dennis Hallahan. Dear sister of the late Tim Hallahan, Dennis (Cindy) Hallahan, Patti (Ron) Pillsbury, John (Eva) Hallahan, and Debbie Glowicki. Adored sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and...
Ennis V. Heathcock
Feb 1, 2023
Ennis V. Heathcock, age 89, late of Mokena, IL, passed away February 1, 2023. U.S Army Veteran. Ennis graduated from University of Evansville with a degree in business. He was a founding member of The Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter at University of Evansville. Ennis played baseball professionally for the St. Louis Browns, which later became the Baltimore Orioles. Beloved husband...
Roger G. Semankovich
Jan 30, 2023
Roger G. Semankovich, age 80, late of Frankfort, IL passed away January 30, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Joyce A. Semankovich. Loving son of the late John and Helen Semankovich. Caring brother of Susan (James) Skelley and Carol (David) Mills. Dear uncle of Patrick Mills and Sr. Christina Skelley. Visitation, Monday, 10:00 a.m. until time of Service at 12:00,...
Antoinette Panozzo
Jan 29, 2023
Antoinette Panozzo passed away peacefully at her home on January 29, 2023. She lived a beautiful life journey that unfolded over 102 years. Antoinette was born on November 4, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois where she resided with her Italian immigrant parents the late Emily nee Loico and Massimo Panozzo and 5 siblings; the late Peter (late Gladys) Panozzo, Tranquinio “Chip”...
David J. Rubino
Jan 27, 2023
David J. Rubino, age 71, late of Oak Forest, IL, passed away January 27, 2023. U.S Navy Veteran. David was an ironworker for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Beloved father of David (Kimberly) Rubino and Christie Rubino. Loving grandfather of Alex, Nathan, Luke, and Kaylee. Dear son of the late Lewis and Beverly...
Marian "Pat" Budzyn
Jan 25, 2023
Budzyn, “Pat” Marian Patricia Budzyn (nee Fischer), age 67, resident of Mokena, Illinois, passed away suddenly on January 25th, 2023. Pat is the loving and cherished wife of Joseph E., mother of Tricia M. (Tony) Stier and USAF Lt. Col Joseph A. (Diane) Budzyn, and the grandmother to Sadie M. (7) and Camden A. (4) Stier, and Alexander J. (11),...
Carl C. Kark
Jan 24, 2023
Carl C. Kark, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away January 24, 2023, at his home. He was a U.S Army Veteran, served from 1970 – 1971, and was a lifelong patriot. He was born January 14, 1950, in Chicago, IL. Carl was a forklift driver for Pactiv Evergreen` in Frankfort, IL. His brothers remember him as friendly,...
Patricia A. Keuch
Jan 21, 2023
Patricia A. Keuch nèe Smith, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Warren Mell and the late Harold “Bud” Keuch. Loving mother of Christiane Mell, late Mark, Steven Mell, and Cheri Mell. Proud and caring grandma Kevin (Julie). Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home - Tinley Park. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Edward J. Skuta
Jan 18, 2023
Edward J. Skuta, 95, of Aventura, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2023, to join his beloved wife Jean of 61 years. Born on September 3, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank and Sophie Skuta, Edward spent a part of his young life working on his family’s farm and riding horses bareback with his siblings, Josephine, Joan, and Stanley,...
Joseph R. Milles
Jan 18, 2023
Joseph Milles, 93, passed away on January 18, 2023, Loving husband of the late Ruth Louise Milles. Beloved father of Donna (late Gregory) Berk, Cynthia Hagerman, late Ronna (John) Shanks, Elizabeth (Martin) Mitchell, Lisa (Matthew) Ancona, Mark Milles, Frederick Milles, and grandfather of 15. Caring companion of Constance Mars and dear brother of Nancy Langley. Services will be held on...
Phillip K. Zarobsky
Jan 18, 2023
Phillip Kerry Zarobsky, Sr., 66, passed away on January 18, 2023, in Oak Forest, Illinois. Kerry Zarobsky was born on July 24, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to John Zarobsky and Dorothy Zarobsky. Kerry was an avid golfer, chef, and fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Chicago Bears, and Chicago White Sox. He worked in the dry cleaning industry and owned...
Faye M. Balbinot
Jan 16, 2023
On Monday, January 16, 2023, Faye M. Balbinot, loving mother of eleven children and friend to many, passed away of natural causes at the age of 95. Faye was tenderly surrounded by her family in her passing at her home in Tinley Park, Illinois. Faye was born on June 13, 1927, in Des Moines, Iowa to Nelz and Bessie Christensen,...
Annie L. Rangel
Jan 15, 2023
Annie L. Rangel ‘nee Rives, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of John Rangel. Loving mother of Christopher (Joy) Rangel, and Stefaine Biedenharn. Cherished grandmother of Briana, Bianca (Michael) Pena, James, Sarrah, Jacob, and (6) great-grandchildren. Caring aunt and sister-in-law to many. Funeral Friday, January 20, 2023, 9:30 AM at the Funeral Home to St. George Church,...
Michael Berkery
Jan 12, 2023
Michael Berkery age 65, of Greenwood, IN formerly of New Lenox, Il passed away on January 12, 2023. Beloved husband of his high school sweetheart, Nancy Berkery, nee Williams. Proud Father of Michael (Chelsea) and the Late Patrick & Matthew; proud grandfather of Colton. Caring Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, visiting Disney...
Catherine Kordik
Jan 6, 2023
Catherine Kordik, nee Misun, age 94, late of Frankfort, passed away peacefully on January 6th. Preceded in death by her husband, William R. Kordik Loving mother of Ellen Kordik (Tom Watembach), Billy (Dawn) Kordik and Mike (Tammy) Kordik. Beloved grandmother of Paul, Lauren, Brian (Rosie), Jamie Schultz, Derek (Brandi) Buchmeier, Vera Drew, Christa (Eric) KordikSmith, and great grandmother of Angel,...
Lee Ann Klein
Jan 5, 2023
Lee Ann Klein nee Lyons, age 74, late of Oak Forest, IL, passed away on January 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Thomas Klein for 52 years. Loving mother of Thomas (Joan) Klein and Rebecca (David) Souliotis. Cherished grandmother of Melissa (Sebastian) Johnson, Thomas and Matthew Klein, Breanna, Scarlett, and David Souliotis. Cherished great-grandmother of Tucker...
Bridget J. Dougal
Dec 29, 2022
Bridget J. Dougal (Page) loved God deeply and was called home to him on Thursday, December 29, 2022. She is now serving the Lord as His angel. Bridget suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for over forty years. This disease started to progress rapidly in the last two years with no possible relief. This was very depressing for her, but her faith...
Deacon Robert "Bob" Kaminski
Dec 25, 2022
Deacon Robert (Bob) S. Kaminski, 86, of Mokena Illinois, took flight as an angel in the early morning hours of Christmas day. The past two years he bravely fought against increasingly declining health. He remained positive, optimistic, maintained his sense of humor and struggled without complaint. He continued to inspire all who had the privilege to know him. He believed...
Theresa J. Mackowiak
Dec 21, 2022
Theresa J. Mackowiak, passed away on Wednesday after a brief illness. She was born in Chicago in 1930 and married a Combat Veteran of WWII for 64 years, John. They delivered to America four adult children, Mariellen, Kathy, Bruce and John; there are also six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Mom and Dad's life was another example of the "Greatest Generation."...
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